Name: Rapido 965006 Andrew Barclay Fireless 0-4-0 – Boots No.2 (Works No. 2008)
Brand: Rapido
SKU: 965006
Price: 139.95 GBP

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Prototype Era
Era 6 (1967 to 1972) British Rail Blue (Pre-TOPS)

Manufacturer description

Andrew Barclay 0-4-0 ‘Caledonia’ Fireless
Works No. 2008
Boots No.2 livery
Angled reservoir supports
Late style buffer guides
Die-cast metal and injection moulded plastic construction
High quality motor and mechanism
E24 decoder socket
High level of detail with plenty of separately fitted parts
Optional user-fitted cab window shutters, doors and lamps.
NEM 363 dovetail coupling mount

Catalogue listing

Brand

Rapido

Product Code

965006

RRP

£139.95

Release date

Q4 2025

Model details

Gauge

DCC status

DCC Ready

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The Rapido Andrew Barclay Fireless 0-4-0 model represents the Boots No.2 locomotive, Works No. 2008, from the 'Caledonia' Fireless collection. This model is designed for OO gauge layouts and is DCC Ready, allowing for easy integration with digital control systems.

The locomotive is based on the Andrew Barclay 0-4-0 'Caledonia' Fireless design, a type of steam locomotive that operated with a non-steam boiler, relying on stored water for steam generation. The model features an authentic representation of the late style buffer guides and angled reservoir supports.

The model is constructed from a combination of die-cast metal and injection moulded plastic components, ensuring a high level of detail and accuracy. A high quality motor and mechanism provide smooth operation, while an E24 decoder socket is included for easy DCC installation.

The model features a high level of detail, with numerous separately fitted parts, including cab window shutters, doors, and lamps. The NEM 363 dovetail coupling mount allows for easy connection and disconnection of the locomotive from other rolling stock.